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DC05 GGV

2000 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

88,004 mi
Last recorded88,004 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo69,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC05 GGV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 88,004 miles

Exhaust mounting defective ADVISE: middle exhaust bracket is starting to corrode off (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ADVISE: both front brake discs are worn/ corroded on faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ADVISE: both rear brake discs are worn/ corroded on faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Aug 2025 88,004 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective ADVISE: middle exhaust bracket is starting to corrode off (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ADVISE: both front brake discs are worn/ corroded on faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ADVISE: both rear brake discs are worn/ corroded on faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Lupo?

Based on 505,381 MOT tests across 29,587 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
4,435
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
29,587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,119
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 11,194
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,807
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 9,803
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 8,750
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DC05 GGV is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 69,330 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Lupo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,119 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DC05 GGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Lupo typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Volkswagen Lupo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DC05 GGV registered?

DC05 GGV is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is DC05 GGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC05 GGV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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